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A serious road traffic accident occurred this afternoon, December 26, 2025, near Tyeku along the Tse-Kucha-Gboko road in Benue State, leaving multiple victims with various degrees of injury.
According to eyewitness accounts shared on social media by Cyprian Gbash, the crash involved a vehicle that veered off the road and overturned, prompting an immediate response from passers-by and nearby residents who rushed to assist the injured. Photos circulating online show the damaged vehicle lying on its side in a ditch, with community members carrying victims and providing first aid at the scene.
Fortunately, no fatalities have been reported at this time, though some of the injured appeared to sustain significant trauma requiring urgent medical attention. Emergency responders and good Samaritans worked together to evacuate the victims, with several seen being transported in available vehicles toward nearby health facilities.
Authorities have yet to release an official statement on the cause of the accident or the exact number of people involved, but the incident has raised fresh concerns about road safety on this busy route, especially during the festive period when traffic volume increases.
Motorists and residents are advised to exercise extra caution when traveling on the Tse-Kucha-Gboko road and to check on loved ones who may have used the route today. As investigations continue, the community hopes for a speedy recovery for all those affected by this unfortunate crash.
